The Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 with a Elddis Xplore 302 with an actual weight of 930 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Elddis with a User Payload (132 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
241
145
Mountains
Risk of snaking
284
265
Weight ratio: 53% (60% of kerbweight)
930 kg
1770 kg
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Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 Elddis Xplore 302
Actual Weights
Elddis Xplore 302: 930 kg.
Peugeot 407 SW 2.0: 1770 kg.
Noseweight: 60 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 53%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 241 points).
Speeds of 76 mph (122 km/h) to 81 mph (131 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 145 points).
Slightly higher revs (2500 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 15.7 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 284 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3800 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 68 mph (110 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Peugeot is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 53%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 60%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 60 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 265 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is fairly good.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.